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Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Prime Video / Blumhouse Productions / TCD / Prod.DB / Alamy) Dark thrillers have a way of creeping under your skin, delivering suspense and shocks you likely won’t forget for a while. From tense, twist-filled plots to stories that mix psychological tension with horror, this genre thrives on fear and uncertainty. For streaming fans, Prime Video offers a wide selection of movies that deliver both gripping tension and chilling scares, perfect for the lead-up to Halloween. Plus, if you want to dip your toes into more chilling fare, this is the place to start. In this list, we’ve rounded up five of the best dark thriller movies (some with horror elements) currently available on Prime Video. You may like 5 best Prime Video movies with a surprising twist 5 best dark thriller movies to stream on Netflix 5 best psychological thriller movies to stream on Netflix ‘Nanny’ (2022) Nanny - Official Trailer | Prime Video - YouTube Aisha (Anna Diop) is a Senegalese immigrant in New York City, working as a nanny for a wealthy family while trying to build a better life for her young son back home. As she balances her demanding job, navigating the expectations of her employers and caring for their daughter, Aisha also forms connections with those around her, including Malik, the building’s doorman. While adjusting to life in a new city, she begins experiencing unsettling visions and strange occurrences that unsettle her daily routine. As pressures mount and her circumstances become more complicated, Aisha faces difficult choices that test her resilience and resourcefulness. Stream it on Prime Video ‘Nocturne’ (2020) Nocturne – Official Trailer | Prime Video - YouTube “Nocturne” follows sisters Juliet (Sydney Sweeney) and Vivian Lowe (Madison Iseman), both talented pianists attending the prestigious Lindberg Academy, a school known for producing top-level classical musicians. Sign up to get the BEST of Tom's Guide direct to your inbox. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. After the sudden death of a fellow student, Juliet discovers a mysterious notebook containing haunting musical notations and eerie drawings. Intrigued, she begins practicing a challenging piece from the notebook in preparation for an upcoming audition, aiming to match or surpass her sister’s abilities. As Juliet immerses herself in the music, unusual events begin to occur around her, and she notices changes in her daily life that seem inexplicable. Her focus intensifies, and she becomes increasingly determined to outperform Vivian at the next academy showcase. Stream it on Prime Video ‘Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead’ (2007) Before The Devil Knows You're Dead Trailer | Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ethan Hawke - YouTube In “Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead,” two brothers, Andy (Philip Seymour Hoffman) and Hank (Ethan Hawke), find themselves in dire financial straits. Andy, a finance executive, faces an impending audit that threatens to expose his embezzlement, while Hank struggles with child support arrears and a failing marriage. Desperate for money, Andy devises a plan to rob their parents’ jewelry store in a quiet suburb, believing it to be a victimless crime. He persuades Hank to participate, despite Hank's reservations. The heist, however, goes disastrously wrong, leading to unintended consequences that spiral out of control. With their world collapsing, the brothers confront both their mistakes and the complicated bonds of family. Stream it on Prime Video ‘Die Alone’ (2024) Die Alone | Official Trailer - YouTube In a post-apocalyptic world reclaimed by nature and overrun by mysterious creatures, “Die Alone” follows Ethan (Douglas Smith), a young man suffering from amnesia. His only clear memory is of his girlfriend, Emma (Kimberly-Sue Murray), who disappeared after a car accident. Ethan's search for Emma leads him to Mae (Carrie-Anne Moss), a hardened survivalist who takes him into her home. As Ethan's memories slowly return, he begins to suspect that Mae may not be entirely forthcoming about her past. Together, they navigate a dangerous landscape filled with threats from both the environment and other survivors. Their journey also takes them to an abandoned cabin, where they encounter a frightened woman and her teenage son. Stream it on Prime Video ‘Frozen’ (2010) Frozen (2010) - Official® Trailer [HD] - YouTube “Frozen” follows three friends — Dan (Kevin Zegers), his girlfriend Parker (Emma Bell), and his best friend Joe (Shawn Ashmore) — who go on a ski trip to a New England resort. On the final evening, they convince the ski lift operator to allow them one last ride before the resort closes for the week due to an incoming storm. However, a miscommunication leads to the lift being shut down prematurely, leaving the trio stranded high above the ground as darkness and a snowstorm descend. With no one aware of their predicament and no immediate hope for rescue, the friends are forced to confront their dire situation. As the hours pass, they attempt various strategies to escape, but the extreme cold and isolation test their endurance and resolve. 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Before joining Tom’s Guide, Alix honed her skills as a staff writer with outlets like Screen Rant and Bough Digital, where she discovered her love for the entertainment industry. She heads to the cinema every week as a tradition, no matter what’s showing. For her, movies aren’t just entertainment — they’re a ritual, a comfort, and a constant source of inspiration. When she’s not at her desk or at the cinema, you’ll probably find her deep into a horror video game on her PC. 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